TICHENOR’S SB 295 PROTECTING
KENTUCKIANS MEDICAL FREEDOM PASSES SENATE
FRANKFORT, KY. (March 26, 2024) – Sen. Lindsey Tichenor’s, R-Smithfield, SB 295, which seeks to ensure that vaccination against COVID-19 and future vaccines using relatively new and minimally tested mRNA technology will not be imposed as a prerequisite for student enrollment, employment, or medical treatment, passed the Senate.
“Over the past several years, many Kentucky citizens were forced to make compromising health decisions to keep their employment, gain access to medical treatment, or to enroll in schools during the response to the pandemic.” said Tichenor, “Unfortunately, though we are far beyond the threat of COVID-19, we are still seeing these requirements from schools, employers and medical facilities even though these vaccinations are not safe. We now have access to a mountain of evidence-based data showing these vaccines are ineffective and dangerous.”
Data from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) shows that the COVID-19 vaccine has the highest number of adverse events, more than all other vaccines combined since the government-authorized reporting system launched in 1990. Warnings from both Pfizer and Moderna of significant possible adverse reactions include but are not limited to blood clots, stroke, heart damage from myocarditis and pericarditis in youth and adults, miscarriages, and death. This leaves many to question if the risk is worth taking, and provides all the more reason for no one to be forced to make a decision that could have such dire results.
SB 295 reflects a commitment to protecting citizens' rights to make informed decisions about protecting themselves from viruses that may or may not put them at risk.
“SB 295 represents a pivotal step in addressing the complexities surrounding vaccination mandates and underscores the importance of preserving individual liberties in the face of public health challenges,” said Tichenor.
Tichenor is dedicated to championing initiatives that uphold the values of freedom, integrity, and individual autonomy across the commonwealth. With a commitment to serving the people of Kentucky, Tichenor continues to advocate for policies that prioritize the well-being and rights of all citizens.
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Senator Lindsey Tichenor, R-Smithfield, represents the 6th Senate District, including Oldham and Trimble Counties and part of Jefferson County. She serves as a Senate Education; Families and Children; and Health Services Committee member. Tichenor is also a Budget Review Subcommittee on Human Resources Committee member.